Overview

　　FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

　　PORTLAND, OREGON

　　Catholic Community Services, Family Behavioral Health is looking for a Family Support Specialist to join our team of innovators who continually "push the envelope" and challenges traditional thinking in Behavioral Health.

　　WHO WE ARE

　　W e are a values-driven organization, providing family oriented behavioral health care for children, youth and families, provided primarily in their own home and community. Our enthusiastic clinical teams provide whatever is needed to help children and youth remain safely in their own home, restoring hope, providing intense mental health services and supports, and helping to strengthen the family unity. With sites located throughout Western Washington and Portland Oregon, we offer comprehensive intensive, Wrap-around mental health services to a diverse population of families. We employ nearly 600 caring and compassionate employees.

　　WHAT WE VALUE Compassion Diversity Strength-Based-Approach Social-Justice & Our Staff!

　　WHAT WE OFFER:

　　Starting Base Pay Range:$29.55-$33.24 per hour

　　Availability Pay for coverage after hours:$75.00 per pay period (2 times per month)

　　BENEFITS:

　　12 paid holidays; plus 1 personal holiday each year!

　　3 weeks vacation per year (Accrued by the end of the 1st year)

　　12 sick-days per year

　　Medical

　　Dental

　　Vision Insurance

　　Life Insurance

　　Retirement Plans: 403-B Employee Savings Plan and an Employer Contribution Pension

　　Relocation assistance

　　Training & Supervision:

　　Extensive training provided (i.e. WISe, De-Escalation, etc.)

　　Daily supervision and support, as needed

　　Responsibilities

　　JOB SUMMARY:

　　We providefamily, strength-based mental health services for children and families in their own home and community. Our enthusiastic clinical teams provide whatever is needed to help children and youth remain safely in their own home with their family, restoring hope and promise, providing intense mental health services and supports, and helping to strengthen the family unity.

　　The Family Support Specialist is responsible for providing and implementing prescribed mental health treatment strategies, crisis response and de-escalation as needed, as well as Crisis Plan implementation. In addition, the FSS incorporates recovery-oriented wellness and individualized skill building strategies. This position provides one-on-one mental health treatment strategies and services to high-risk children, youth and their families in the family home, therapeutic foster home, and/or community locations (e.g. during crisis in emergency departments, crisis response or behavioral observation and assessment in home and schools, etc.). The FSS works with the youth and family to participate in community safety and wellness activities during times of stabilization. This position requires the skills and abilities to assess safety and risk 'in-the-moment' in crisis situations while providing assistance and while accessing additional support as needed. Mentoring and coaching/implementing behavioral support, treatment and safety/crisis plans in the home and community is a strong component.

　　This position will be based out of the FBH Portland office, which may include some working from home, with scheduling flexibility to provide services to youth and families in the community and in their homes, as needed.

　　O ur job description provides a detailed list of duties which may be shared with candidates who are selected to interview.

　　Qualifications

　　WHAT WE ARE SEEKING IN A CANDIDATE:

　　Age 21 or older per DSHS requirements.

　　Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human development or related field; or Associate degree in social services, mental health or related degree and three years’ experience serving children and/or families (mental health, social services, education, etc.) may substitute for Bachelor's Degree.

　　Ability to drive to our family homes within the community with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance with an acceptable driving record per CCS policy.

　　Energetic, innovative style with the ability to engage children, youth and family members in services.

　　Enthusiastic and optimistic approach, encouraging ongoing participation of all involved.

　　Natural ability to work with others through a genuine strengths-based approach, appreciating unique qualities and assets of all involved.

　　Passion for helping families stay together.

　　Ability to meet with clients and colleagues in homes and community locations.

　　Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

　　Demonstrate the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.

　　Ability to drive to our family homes and within the community, with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance with an acceptable driving record per CCS policy.

　　Ability to visually assess safety within family homes and in the community.

　　Applicant must successfully pass required background clearances prior to an offer of employment.

　　Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.

　　ABOUT PORTLAND:

　　Whether you’re a fan of theater, live music, craft beer, funky foods or being outside, Portland has something for you. The city has a great vibe for food carts, street festivals, visual and performing art with an array of specialty shops.

　　Home to a sprawling urban forest, dozens of verdant public parks, gorgeous gardens and a sparkling river running through the middle of the city, there’s never a shortage of ways to explore Portland’s outdoors. Whether you’re a fan of flowers, tranquil gardens, urban hikes or just looking to get some fresh air, Portland has something for every kind of outdoor enthusiast covered.

　　Get out of the city to explore! From zip lines to whitewater rafting and horseback riding to pioneer history, or strolling on the Oregon Coast, these attractions are worth the (short) trips outside Portland.

　　Choose from multiple cities to explore, each with their own unique landscapes and history; grab a tent and experience some of the best camping in the country; or settle in to a pint of Oregon-made craft beer at a nearby brewery.

　　If you are passionate about providing strength-based mental health services for children, youth and their family, we would love to hear from you!

　　If you are on our careers page and you are interested in being considered for this opening: please click on the blue link above, on this page, located on the upper right hand corner that says: "Apply for this job online" and upload your resume and answer a few questions for consideration.

　　If you are not on our careers page: please copy and paste the following URL into your browser: https://fbh-ccsww.icims.com/jobs/intro to view our opportunities. Search for your jobs of interest and click on the blue link on the careers page, located on the upper right-hand corner that says: "Apply for this job online" and upload your resume and answer a few questions for consideration.

　　For additional questions, contact Karla Lacktorin, Regional Clinical Recruiter, at [email protected]

　　Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors.

　　Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.

　　Job LocationsUS-OR-Portland

　　Posted Date2 days ago(2/23/2024 9:20 PM)

　　Job ID 2024-7506

　　of Openings 1Category Behavioral Health

　　Min USD $29.55/Hr.